Special Education: General Curriculum K-Twelve

Program Coordinator: Dr. Sharon Blatz
Phone: (540) 568-6784
Email: blatzsl@jmu.edu

Completion of the five-year professional program may lead to eligibility for a Virginia teaching license for the special education general curriculum K-12. Assessment occurs each semester and performance will be reviewed at each assessment gate. Candidates must demonstrate satisfactory performance before moving on to the next semester. Satisfactory performance includes a “C” or better in course work, demonstration of professional behaviors, and acceptable performance in practicums and on key assessments. To be recommended for licensure, all students must meet the following requirements:

• Complete General Education  and major requirements.
• Complete the special education pre-professional program as it corresponds to the related teaching track.
• Meet all admission and retention criteria for teacher education.
• Meet admission requirements for the special education M.A.T. program.
• Complete the graduate portion of the licensure program .